After death what can be done if the surviving spouse is lying/hiding inf about accounts and items that didn't have a beneficiary

Someone who is not a beneficiary or co-owner cannot simply collect money and clear out accounts without opening probate. But if you think...

If the trust says that co-trustees must act together, then they should both sign the certificate of trust.

Trust Document and Will

Is the bank the Trustee? Is that why they are holding copies of the documents? If you are a beneficiary, you are entitled to a copy of the trust...

A person was granted a durable power of attorney for a trustee in a trust. When the trustee dies what happen to the POA?

It is important for an attorney to review both the TRUST, to verify that the trustee had the power to grant a durable power of attorney and the...

If I jointly own the home with my mother, can she evict my husband?

If you and your mom are truly joint owners, then you both have the right to decide who lives in the house. I'm guessing you have given your husband...

My great aunt died 7 months ago. At one point i was in her will, her lawyer wont talk to me how do i find out if i am in her wil

If you mom lived in Macomb County when she died, her estate would be opened in the Macomb County Probate Court. Unfortunately, there was a fire...

How, do I take over personal affairs for someone unable to?

You are on the right track. If you want to ask a probate court to appoint you as conservator (to handle mom's money) or guardian (to make...

MI Trust all trustees (including myself as successor) need to decline. Now what?

It is very important to read the trust. It should give directions on HOW a trustee resigns - usually in writing and usually with 30 days notice,...

My sister is the executor of my mothers estate after she passes away and my fear is that she will linger settling estate.

You are a little bit premature. Unless you mom is incompetent to sign documents, she can always change her Will or sell the house before she dies....

Does a 1/3 heir have responsibility for the decisions made by the sole trustee that have negative financial effects on an estate

Wow - there are A LOT of issues that you identify and none of them sound good. You need to contact an attorney before more assets disappear. I...